Barack Obama actually said...

I'm making it clear that these families are also be treated like what they are, our trusted partners and active partners in the recovery of their love ones.

Context

President Obama announces changes in U.S. hostage policy, emphasizing the importance of treating families of hostages as partners in recovery efforts.

06/23/2015

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